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February 2024
Closure of a Sports Club in Pardis Due to Dance Classes
A sports club in Pardis, Tehran was shut down for conducting unauthorized dance classes, including ballet and Zumba, which have been prohibited by local authorities.…
Prince William Expresses Concern Over Rising Antisemitism in Britain
Prince William raised alarms about increasing antisemitism in Britain during a synagogue visit, highlighting concerns shared by the Jewish community. His comments come amid rising…
Zeynab Jalalian, Political Prisoner: Stay Home for One Day and Do Not Participate in the Sham Elections
Zeynab Jalalian, a Kurdish political prisoner serving a life sentence in Iran, has called for a boycott of the upcoming elections, labeling them as sham.…
Iran's Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions Boycotts 'Mock Elections' of Parliament
The Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions in Iran has announced a boycott of the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing government inefficiency and the lack of accountability…
60% Increase in Men's Shirt Prices; Sales Conducted via Employee Checks
Men's shirt prices have surged by 60% ahead of the new Persian year, leading to reduced demand and domestic production due to declining purchasing power.…
The 'Koocha' Festival of Bushehr Residents Canceled Due to 'Governmental Pressure'; Closing Ceremony Abolished
The Koocha music festival in Bushehr was abruptly canceled, with organizers suggesting governmental pressure as a likely reason. The event had gained attention for its…
Continued Wage Arrears for 2,700 Workers at Sadra Bushehr: We Haven't Received Our Salaries for Months, No One is Accountable
Around 2,700 workers at Iran Marine Industrial Company (Sadra) in Bushehr have not received their salaries for 3 to 4 months, leading to protests and…
Continued Decline of National Currency Value; Dollar Enters 58,000 Toman Channel
The value of the Iranian national currency continues to decline, with the dollar reaching 58,000 tomans. Experts attribute this trend to US Treasury policies and…
A Government News Agency: The Poverty Line Exceeds 25 Million Tomans
A government report reveals that the poverty line in Iran has exceeded 25 million tomans for a family of four, with significant portions of the…
Secretary-General of 'Workers House': Inflation Will Exceed 50 Percent
Alireza Mohajoub, Secretary-General of 'Workers House', warns that inflation in Iran is set to exceed 50 percent due to high interest rates on bank deposits.…
Continued Excessive Imports, Rising Prices, and Brokers' Reluctance; Iranian Rice Has Been Removed from Iranian Tables
Excessive imports of foreign rice and brokers' reluctance to buy from local farmers have led to a significant decline in the market for high-quality Iranian…
Deputy Minister of Labor Admits: We Have Statistical Limitations in the Area of Social Damages Among Workers
The Deputy Minister of Labor in Iran has acknowledged significant statistical limitations regarding social damages among workers, highlighting outdated data and a lack of new…
Fifth Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Prevent Entry of Managers and Exit of Products
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been on strike for five days, protesting against job suspensions and the incomplete implementation of job…
Dena Lanjabadi, Civil Activist Arrested in Marivan
Dena Lanjabadi, a Kurdish civil activist and former political prisoner, was arrested in Marivan by Iranian security forces and charged with 'propaganda against the regime.'…
Scientific Research: Anzali Wetland May Dry Up in 35 Years
A scientific study warns that the Anzali Wetland in Iran may dry up by 2060 due to climate change and human activity. The wetland, crucial…
Journalist Fined; Hadi Kasai-Zadeh: 'I Was Imprisoned Next to the Toilet'
Hadi Kasai-Zadeh, a journalist in Iran, has been fined for revealing his inhumane prison conditions. His conviction highlights the ongoing repression of press freedom in…
German Government Continues to Face Farmers' Discontent
The German government is struggling to address farmers' dissatisfaction over a proposed 3 billion euro support package, which the labor union rejected. Disputes over tax…
Third Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Block Company Gates
Workers at the National Industrial Steel Group in Ahvaz have entered their third day of strike, blocking company gates in protest against the suspension of…
Iranian Writers Association: Mother Tongue is Part of Freedom of Expression
The Iranian Writers Association issued a statement on International Mother Language Day asserting that the mother tongue is integral to freedom of expression. They condemned…
Negotiations Between Coalition Government and German Trade Union Regarding Farmers' Subsidies
German parliamentary representatives will meet to resolve disputes over tax exemptions for farmers following weeks of strikes. The coalition government has proposed a 3 billion…
Evin Prison Officials and Prison Organization Oppose Conditional Release of Reza Shahabi
Evin Prison officials have rejected the conditional release of Reza Shahabi, a labor activist in urgent need of medical care, despite recommendations from doctors. This…
Iran's National Teachers' Organization Defends 'Right to Education in Mother Tongue': Continuation of Monolingual Policy is Mistaken
The Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions issued a statement defending the right to education in one's mother tongue on International Mother Language Day,…
Russian Court Again Extends Detention of American Journalist Gershkovich 'Without Charges'
A Russian court has extended the detention of American journalist Evan Gershkovich until March 30 without formal charges. Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges, which…
Evin Officials Prevent Davood Razavi's Transfer to Hospital 'Under the Pretext of Not Wearing Prison Clothes'
Evin Prison officials denied labor activist Davood Razavi's transfer to a hospital due to not wearing prison clothes, despite his serious health issues. This incident…
Use of VPNs in Iran Declared 'Illegal'; Lawyer: Supreme Council of Cyberspace Has No Legislative Authority
The Supreme Council of Cyberspace in Iran has declared the use of VPNs illegal unless authorized, prompting backlash from legal experts and social media users.…
Some Steel Workers in Ahvaz Banned from Entering Company
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been banned from entering the company following protests over wage issues and working conditions. The protests…
Atifeh Chaharmahalian's Case Closed
Atifeh Chaharmahalian, a poet and member of the Iranian Writers' Association, announced that her legal case has been closed after a review with her lawyer.…
Pro-Iran Militias Under Suspicion; Jordan: Four Drug Traffickers Killed at Syrian Border
The Jordanian army reported the killing of five drug traffickers attempting to smuggle drugs from Syria, with claims of direct links between these traffickers and…
Fluctuations in the Currency Market Continue; Dollar Enters the 57,000 Toman Channel
The Iranian currency market continues to experience fluctuations, with the dollar reaching 57,150 tomans. Experts attribute these changes to Central Bank policies and external pressures…
Hungarian Prime Minister Gives Green Light to Parliament for Sweden's NATO Membership Approval
Hungarian Prime Minister Victor Orban announced that the Hungarian parliament could approve Sweden's NATO membership soon, resolving long-standing disputes between the two countries. This approval…
US Official: Ukraine Has Inflicted Significant Damage on Russia Despite Ammunition Shortages
A US defense official reported significant Russian casualties and financial losses in the Ukraine war, highlighting Ukraine's recent military successes despite facing ammunition shortages. The…
Transformation of the Archaeological Institute into 'Wisdom Studies'; A Researcher: They Have Wasted Six Decades of Scientific Work
The Archaeological Institute of Tehran University has been repurposed into an Institute of Wisdom Studies, sparking outrage among archaeologists and academics. Ehsan Shorabi criticized the…
Another Crime; 12 Killed, Authorities Attribute It to 'Family Dispute'
A family massacre in Kerman Province resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, attributed to a family dispute. The assailant was killed by police during…
Efforts by U.S. States to Prevent Ownership of Agricultural Land by Citizens of Iran and Several Other Countries
Lawmakers in South Dakota and Florida are moving to restrict agricultural land ownership by citizens of Iran and other countries deemed adversarial. These legislative efforts…
Senior Biden Administration Officials Emphasize U.S. Commitment to Allies' Security at Munich Security Conference
At the Munich Security Conference, U.S. officials Kamala Harris and Antony Blinken will reaffirm America's commitment to supporting its allies, particularly Ukraine, amid ongoing tensions…
Gradual and Steady Increase in Currency Prices, Dollar Returns Above 56 Thousand Tomans
The dollar's price has risen above 56,000 tomans, experiencing significant fluctuations recently. Experts attribute this to the Central Bank's policies and external pressures, particularly from…
Household Gas Supply at the Expense of Industry; Gas Supply to Steel Industries Reduced by Up to 50%
The Iranian government faces criticism for its claims about uninterrupted gas supply, as the Vice President of the Steel Producers Association reports a 50% reduction…
Valentine's Day and the Re-emergence of Class Divide; A 73 Million Toman Bear in Tehran
Iranian media highlights the stark class divide evident in the Valentine's Day market, where a bear can cost 73 million tomans amid widespread poverty. This…
Europe's Increased Dependence on Norwegian Energy Raises Concerns Over Sabotage in the Country's Facilities
Norway's energy facilities are increasingly vulnerable to sabotage due to Europe's growing dependence on its oil and gas, as highlighted by Lars Christian Amundsen of…
Researchers: Predicting Dementia 10 Years Before Onset May Be Possible
Researchers from the UK and China have discovered a method to predict dementia, including Alzheimer’s, over a decade before diagnosis through blood tests. This breakthrough…
Sectors and Industries Are Losing Workforce; 50% of Workers Have Informal Jobs
The Iranian labor market is facing a crisis as half of the employed population holds informal jobs, indicating a significant issue in job quality and…
Biden Criticizes Food Companies in the U.S. for Shrinking Product Sizes
President Biden criticized U.S. snack manufacturers for engaging in 'shrinkflation,' where product sizes are reduced to maintain prices. He urged companies to stop this practice,…
Ukraine: Russia is using Elon Musk's Starlink in occupied areas
Ukraine has accused Russia of using Starlink terminals from SpaceX in occupied territories, which were initially provided to aid Ukrainian forces. The situation raises concerns…
Increased Competition in the Electric Vehicle Market; Tesla Reduces Prices in the U.S. After Germany
Tesla has announced temporary price reductions for its Model Y vehicles in the U.S. following similar cuts in Germany, amidst increasing competition from cheaper electric…
Ukraine and Russia Claim to Have Shot Down Each Other's Drones
Ukraine and Russia both claim to have shot down each other's drones amid ongoing conflict. President Zelensky has replaced military leader General Zaluzhny with General…
The Sound of Nowruz in the Market; Pistachio Prices Exceed One Million Tomans
Pistachio prices in Iran have surged past one million tomans due to rising dollar rates ahead of Nowruz. This increase reflects broader inflationary trends affecting…
A UN Committee Accuses Russia of Violating the Rights of Ukrainian Children
The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child has accused Russia of violating the rights of Ukrainian children through excessive use of explosives and…
Zelensky Dismisses Commander of Ukrainian Army
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed General Valery Zaluzhny as the commander of the army, appointing General Alexander Syrsky as his replacement. This significant change…
U.S. Supreme Court to Review Donald Trump's Eligibility for Presidential Run
The U.S. Supreme Court will review Donald Trump's eligibility to run for president again, focusing on his involvement in the January 6 insurrection. The decision…
Warning from the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran's Bus Company: The Health Conditions of Three of Our Imprisoned Members are Critical
The Syndicate of Workers of Tehran's Bus Company has raised alarms about the critical health conditions of three imprisoned members, Reza Shahabi, Davood Razavi, and…
U.S. House of Representatives Rejects Republican Proposal for Independent Aid to Israel
The U.S. House rejected a Republican plan for $17.6 billion in aid to Israel, with Democrats proposing an alternative that includes aid to Ukraine and…
Canada Extends Ban on Foreign Home Purchases for Two More Years
Canada has extended its ban on foreign home purchases for two more years to address housing affordability concerns among Canadians. This decision comes amid rising…
Strike at German Airports; Hundreds of Flights Canceled, Europe's Largest Economy Affected
Flight security personnel in Germany went on strike, resulting in the cancellation of over 1,100 flights and affecting around 200,000 passengers. The strike is part…